Cheapest Cremation in Des Moines, IA (2026)
The lowest direct cremation in Des Moines starts at $1,925 from Hendersons Funeral & Cremation Care. Below, every active local provider is ranked by price so you can compare and request free quotes.
Lowest price
$1,925
Median price
$2,740
Typical range
$2,380–$2,835
Based on the published prices of 7 of 12 Des Moines providers. Half list direct cremation between $2,380–$2,835.
| # | Provider | Direct Cremation | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Hendersons Funeral & Cremation CareLowest price | $1,925 | 4.5★ (77) |
| 2 | Hamilton's Funeral Home | $1,945 | 4.1★ (90) |
| 3 | Merle Hay Funeral Home | $2,380 | 4.2★ (28) |
| 4 | Brooks Funeral Care | $2,740 | 5★ (6) |
| 5 | Iles Grandview Park Funeral Home | $2,835 | 5★ (126) |
| 6 | Iles Westover Funeral Home | $2,835 | 5★ (205) |
| 7 | Iles Dunn's Funeral Home | $2,890 | 4.9★ (124) |
| 8 | Hamilton's near Highland Memory Garden | Call for pricing | 5★ (1) |
| 9 | Ouellette Funeral and Cremation Care | Call for pricing | 5★ (11) |
| 10 | Pet Cremation Iowa - Des Moines | Call for pricing | 3.7★ (3) |
| 11 | Simplify Cremations & Funerals | Call for pricing | 4.8★ (168) |
| 12 | The Cremation Society of Iowa | Call for pricing | 4.2★ (5) |
Prices are 2026 direct cremation estimates from each provider's listing and may change. They are not quotes — always request a written, itemized price list (your right under the FTC Funeral Rule) before paying.
How to get the cheapest cremation in Des Moines
The single biggest way to lower your cost is to choose a direct cremation — cremation with no viewing or ceremony beforehand. In Des Moines, prices for the exact same direct cremation routinely vary by $1,000 or more between providers, which is why comparing the ranked list above pays off. Dedicated cremation specialists almost always undercut full-service funeral homes for a simple cremation.
Get at least three itemized quotes, supply your own urn rather than buying the provider's, and confirm exactly what each price includes (transportation, the cremation, a basic container, permits, and return of the ashes). Our cheapest direct cremation guide and list of hidden fees to watch for walk through how to avoid overpaying.
See all options and read reviews on the main Des Moines cremation providers page, or compare statewide pricing in our cost of cremation in Iowa guide.
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